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Tax Trainee School/College Leaver, East Midlands, January

Cooper Parry
Competitive
East Midlands-Derby
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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Start your Tax career in January 2027 with Cooper Parry in the East Midlands.
  • Study for your ACA/CTA qualification over approximately 4 years.
  • Requires a minimum of 3 A Levels with grades BBC, with at least one in a numerical or business-related subject.
  • Interviews will take place in November.

About the Role

Looking to start your Tax career in 2027? Do you have a love of numbers, analytics and problem solving? Do you love building relationships?

Whether you have just completed your A Levels or just had some time out – our pathway can help you work towards being a qualified accountant!

As a Tax Trainee, you will work with small teams to really understand our clients and what they want to achieve and advise them on how to get there.

  • Role to start January 2027.
  • Interviews taking place in November.

About You

We look for people who:

  • Have great attention to detail, with a passion for numbers and a knack for following processes.
  • Possess great communication skills, can build rapport and are comfortable approaching clients.
  • Ask questions and deliver a brilliant client experience.
  • Can adapt to changing priorities and work in different teams.
  • Are able to multitask - processing data, chasing information and prioritising your own workload.
  • Play all in to support the wider team.
  • Are excited about Tax and driven to succeed in the role and qualification.

Minimum Academic Requirement:

  • A minimum of 3 A Levels with grades BBC (with a minimum of one A Level in numerical or business-related subjects).

*Note: Cooper Parry is mindful of candidates who may have extenuating circumstances and did not meet the minimum academic requirements. They welcome applications and are open to discussing alternative pathways, but applicants should notify them of any extenuating circumstances affecting their results.

Day to Day Responsibilities

  • Turning complex jargon into simple terms and actions for clients.
  • Preparing and submitting tax returns to ensure clients are compliant.
  • Liaising with HMRC regarding tax returns and tax reliefs.
  • Generating new ideas, solutions, and spotting opportunities to enhance the client offering.
  • Keeping up to date with changes to legislation and their potential impact on clients.

Qualification and Training

  • You will study for your ACA /CTA Qualification through attending college courses and on the job training.
  • The pathway to qualification takes around 4 years for School Leavers.
  • You will be supported by colleagues, Managers, and a dedicated Student Support Manager.

What's in it for you

  • A flexible approach to work - balancing working from home, in office or with clients.
  • A generous holiday entitlement.
  • No dress code.
  • An amazing wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health.
  • Volunteering opportunities.
  • Cooper Parry social/sports clubs.

How to Apply

If you’d like to be considered for this role, please click apply, upload your CV and follow the next steps. You can find out more about our process in the “What to expect section!”